While you are here, also check out South Indian masala khichdi, vangi bath (eggplant rice), and chitranna (temple-style lemon rice).
About Coriander Rice
Whenever I feel lazy to cook an elaborate meal, I prefer preparing one-pot rice or pasta dishes as they are not only easy to make, but with one dish, you can manage your entire lunch or dinner. When preparing my rice recipes, I use spices and vegetables that are available in my pantry, and sometimes I even add the leftover rice. This is a no-fuss recipe. You will not only have a delicious meal on your plate, but also easy meals mean easy clean up. So I can enjoy the rest of the time relaxing again 🙂 This recipe is also great for your lunchbox. If you love quick lunchbox recipe ideas, check out hariyali sabudana pulao, simple and delicious chickpea rice pulao, easy chicken biryani, etc.
Ingredients
Rice - Use Basmati rice if you love long-grain rice in your dishes. I also sometimes use jeera rice or jasmine rice in my recipes. Whole garam masalas, such as Cloves, Cardamom seeds, and Bay leaf, add a warm earthy aroma. Aromatic veggies such as Onion, Ginger, and Garlic Green chilies for spiciness. You can also add other spices, such as Red chile powder and Turmeric powder. Cilantro (Coriander leaves) and Mint leaves are the main star of the dish and are the main flavor and color. Cumin seeds for flavor. Vegetables of your choice, such as Carrots, Capsicum (Green bell pepper), Green beans, Frozen green peas. Lemon juice to brighten the dish and balance the flavors. Salt to taste. See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Step by Step Recipe
Step 1: Cook the rice according to the package instructions and keep this aside. Step 2: Heat oil in a pan. Add whole garam masalas and saute for a few seconds. Add onion, ginger, garlic, green chilies, and a pinch of salt, and saute till the onion becomes translucent. Step 3: Blend this sauteed ingredients from Step 2 along with fresh coriander leaves, mint leaves, and water to form a smooth paste. Step 4: Heat oil in the same pan. Add cumin seeds and saute for a few seconds. Add chopped vegetables and saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the paste prepared in Step 3. Optionally add red chile powder and turmeric powder. Next, squeeze the juice of a lemon, adjust the salt to taste, and cook until the moisture evaporates. Step 5: Add the cooked rice and toss till everything is combined. Coriander rice is now ready. Serve hot with raita or tomato ketchup, and Enjoy!
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